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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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 Artist: Heidi Hanson Sword of Faith ~ Linda L. Dowd ~ Winds may rage in tidal sweep, And storm clouds cry in raindrop weep, Yet strong I stand on solid ground, With Sword of Faith in safe surround. I raise the blade to riotous skies, As whipping rains sting clouded eyes. But then soft rays pierce days of night, ~Bathing me in Rainbow Light. |
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skyshine 
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
Couldn't we all use that? I liked the line about days of night especially--a nice ironic comparison. (I think that's what you call it, at least. lol Hope I'm coming across clearly.) Good to read you again, Linda!  sky I hope someday you get the chance to live like you were dying.... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hi, sky! ~ Yes, m'dear, you came across perfectly clear! ~ and I liked what you wrote!  I lucked out when I found this painting to accompany my poem! I just love it! Rainbow blesssings, Linda  |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
"But then soft rays pierce days of night, ~Bathing me in Rainbow Light." as befits an angel beautiful work EA... |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Faith weilds a powerful sword Sweet lady...yours shines and is a light to all. Love ya lady!! hugs. |
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Dublin Boy Member
since 2006-08-26
Posts 102UK |
A positive and beautifully-worded poem, Earth Angel, and a positive pleasure to read. Regards, Bill |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Dear Linda, your enchanting "Sword of Faith" is indeed a deep profession of faith ... and you made me think of Archangel Michael, whom I love so much ... of course you must be well acquainted, among Angels harmony flows abundantly. Thank you so much for this. Love and hugs, beautiful One. Margherita  |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
Linda, It is always a pleasure to read your poetry and enjoy the lovely pictures set with it. I hope someday that I'll be able to get my hands on an assemblage of your many poems! (I have many tucked away in my library, but a book would definitely be nice!) Misya. It's good to read your words again. Be well, misc |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
As always Linda, your write of inspiration touches me. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
 Linda, your faith shines even down here in Texas! KBLBHY.....lily jo |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Thank you, Lady Kate! "Beautiful" is beautiful! Loving Light, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Donna ~ You have a way of expressing yourself that always makes me smile! Keep the faith! Loveya! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Dublin Boy ~ I thank ya kindly! "Angel" curtsies. Have a marvellous day! Love, Light 'n a big hug, EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Margherita ~ If it weren't for Lord Michael jumping in to protect me many times over, I would not be here today! When a miracle is about to happen, I am bathed in the most glorious blue Light. Thank you for such a wonderful reply! Loving Light, Linda  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
misc ~ Words that were music to my soul! Comments like those add fuel to my poetic fires! Thank you! Love 'n hugs, EA P.S. I've missed you as well! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Smartest Chick ~ Dear, Sweet Sue, I find your warm responses to my poetry, "inspiring" as well! ~ and I thank you! Loves 'n hugs, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
iliana ~ Oh, lily jo, I see your own glow all the way up here on Cloud 9 in 7th Heaven! Loveya! Linda |
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Klassy Lassy Member Elite
since 2005-06-28
Posts 2187Oregon |
Lovely and I'm slippin gon rainbows this morning, too. Good thing he's there to catch us, huh? Love you. ~ K |
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BloodyEclipse Junior Member
since 2006-09-07
Posts 16 |
Swept away... Into my soul... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Klassy One ~ K, you have such a delightful spirit! You have added to my morning's smile! Love U 2 Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
BloodyEclipse ~ How poetic of you! Thank you, BE Loving Light, EA |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Linda...I hope your Sword of Faith is for hire, because we all could use a little extra hope and faith at times.As always beautiful words and thoughts from your pen...Paul ~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~ |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Paul, I appreciate you taking the time to read and leave such a thoughtful reply. I understand all has not been well in your world and I am sending you a big, warm, comforting, healing hug-o-love, Dear Poet Man. My Sword of Faith is on loan to you free of charge for as long as you need it, my friend! Linda |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
how did I miss this...well, missy, this is going right back up to the top very insightfully beautiful... Good Morning |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
Oh Linda! The epitome of "short, but sweet". This is lovely! I do so admire your ability. Sandra |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Lovely Lee ~ You probably missed it because you were having so much fun on the Good Ship Lolly-pip to notice it!  I'm pleased that you liked it! Loving Light 'n a big hug, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
seraphin ~ That was especially sweet of you to say! Thank you, Sandra! Sending you a warm, hug-o-love, Linda |
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froggy Senior Member
since 2003-06-23
Posts 1893Michigan |
Another wonderful read. :-) Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
froggy ~ You are such a pet, my faithful friend! In more ways than one! Thank you so much! Have a happy, hoppy day! Loves 'n hugs, Linda |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (smiles) Oh Linda, I just loved how you effortlessly depicted the intensity of all the elemental forces in this, for you show exactly how faith speaks volumes and can speak louder than any pang of thunder and all at once, can also speak as deeply as the still waters of the world, yay! (kiss n cheek) This is a keeper, dearest friend, yay, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Linda, thank you for sharing! May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other" |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Noah ~ It pleases me greatly that you deem this poem "a keeper"! It is going to a good home, Angel Boy! God's Loving Light, Linda |
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